Posts Tagged ‘Social media’
Rick Ross takes aim at Tory Lanez for album addressing Megan Thee Stallion
Rick Ross blasted Tory Lanez for releasing a project that details his drama with Megan Thee Stallion. On Sept. 26, Lanez released the album, Daystar. On the project, Lanez shares his side of the story on what occurred on Friday, July 17, 2020. Megan Thee Stallion revealed that she was shot by Lanez that night.…
Read MoreJerry Harris of Netlfix’s ‘Cheer’ jailed on federal child porn charges
Jerry Harris made a name for himself as the star of the Netflix docuseries “Cheer.” On Thursday, Sept. 17, 2020, the FBI announced that Harris would face child pornography charges, according to the Chicago Tribune. Harris, 21, allegedly contacted a 13-year-old male on Snapchat in 2018 and encouraged the boy to produce sexually explicit videos…
Read MoreKanye West urinates on his Grammy Award in another bizarre social media post
Kanye West continues to exhibit bizarre behavior on social media. For the past three days, West has used Twitter to rant about slavery, J.Cole, Kendrick Lamar, Drake, the NBA, and he compared himself to Moses. However, he took things to another level on Sept. 16. Shortly before noon EST, West showed a video of himself…
Read MoreWhat to do when an ex moves on
What do you do when you see your ex with someone else? This was the love of your life. The thought of the relationship ending never entered your mind. Welp, now it’s front and center. The realization that it’s over feels similar to a pimp slap. Your happily ever after has been replaced with bitterness, hatred…
Read MoreParent of Black content based Instagram page sells for $85M; owner of ‘Black page’ not Black
The owner of the Black-themed Instagram page “Daquan” has reportedly sold the brand for $85 million. However, the brand is not owned by a Black person. On Sept. 5, VladTV reported that Warner Music Group purchased IMGN Media for $85 million. The company creates Instagram, Snapchat, and TikTok pages and post memes and videos that…
Read MoreKevin Gates says, ‘Muslim men don’t cheat, we are allowed more than 1 wife’
Kevin Gates initiated a dialogue on social media when he discussed marriage in the Islamic community. On Sept. 4, Gates responded on social media to a rumor that suggested he was in a sex tape that has gone viral. Someone on Instagram asked, “Why was the sex tape so weak?” Gates responded by writing, “It…
Read MoreWhite woman admits to lying about being Black to further her career
A White professor revealed that she lied about being Black to serve as a “culture leech.” Jessica Krug shared her true identity in an article published on Medium‘s website. Krug, 38, made a living by disguising herself as a Black woman and profiting from issues that affect minorities. She holds a Ph.D. and is the…
Read MoreTerry Crews ridiculed for suggesting boycott of Atlanta strip club Magic City
Terry Crews has found another way to offend Black Twitter. The controversial actor took aim at one of the most preeminent strip clubs in the nation. On Aug. 27, Crews tweeted, “BOYCOTT MAGIC CITY #blacklovematters,” referring to the Atlanta-based strip club. Crews did not provide an explanation for the odd tweet, but he has battled…
Read MoreFuture and Lori Harvey’s rumored breakup sparks social media blaze
Lori Harvey and Future’s rumored relationship termination has social media lit with speculation, innuendo and celebration. According to several media outlets including The Blast, the rapper and his socialite girlfriend — who is also the stepdaughter of media mogul Steve Harvey — have broken up and stopped following each other on Instagram. The Blast also…
Read MoreKanye West envisions new social media platform: ‘Jesus Tok’
Kanye West wants to create the Christian version of Tik Tok. The “I Love It” hitmaker has a “vision” to work alongside the social media platform on a special “Christian monitored” version of the app, which would be “safe for young children and the world.” He wrote in a series of tweets: A VISION JUST…
Read MoreMusic industry mourns death of Quinn Coleman, son of former BET CEO Debra Lee
The music industry is mourning the untimely passing of Quinn Coleman, the son of former BET CEO Debra Lee, who died on Monday, Aug. 17, 2020, according to Billboard. He was 31. Coleman, also known as DJ Spicoli, served as the senior director of A&R at Capitol Records. Details of his passing have yet to…
Read MoreLil Boosie headlines Parking Lot Concert series in Atlanta (photos)
On Saturday, Aug. 15, 2020, rapper Lil Boosie served as the headlining act of the Parking Lot Concert series created by the Street Execs. Held at the parking lot of the Gateway Arena in College Park, Georgia, the event was promoted as a socially distant concert. With attendees watching the show from their cars, the…
Read MoreTracee Ellis Ross serves beach body goals in black bikini (photo)
Tracee Ellis Ross is serving up summertime vibes and beach body goals all in the midst of a pandemic. Ross, who has always been a fun-loving spirit, great actress and fashion maven, never fails to amaze us with her social media content. The “Black-ish” star took to Instagram on Sunday, Aug. 2, 2020, to share…
Read MoreJess Hilarious scolded for insensitive joke about Megan Thee Stallion shooting
Jess Hilarious apparently did not read the room. The Baltimore-based comedian, who rose to fame with social media videos, took aim at Megan Thee Stallion weeks after the rapper was allegedly shot by Tory Lanez. In a short video posted on her social media pages, Jess performed what she called a “reenactment” of the night…
Read MoreFacebook announces major Africa investment
Facebook has announced plans for a major investment in internet connectivity in Africa. The American social media giant has revealed it is investing in data centers, submarine cables and Wi-Fi infrastructure, and that the continent’s economy will ultimately grow by almost $60 billion by 2024. The investment means that more people in sub-Saharan Africa will…
Read MoreChrissy Teigen says conspiracy theorists find truth ‘hard to understand’
Chrissy Teigen can’t fathom why some social media users find the truth “so hard to understand”. The 34-year-old model has hit out at conspiracy theorists on Twitter, saying she can’t understand why people question the authenticity of the photographs she posts online. In response to one conspiracy theorist, Teigen wrote on the micro-blogging platform: “It’s…
Read MoreMeet Yung BBQ, the infamous dancer rising to fame on social media
Tune in with rolling out for a conversation with internet sensation Yung BBQ. She’s danced her way into the hearts of many celebrities, including Diddy, Chris Brown, SZA and Teyana Taylor, all whom have either reposted her videos or called her “a breath of fresh air.” Yung BBQ’s ability to incite consistent laughter and unadulterated…
Read MoreComedian Pretty Vee reveals secrets to success in entertainment and business
Vena “Pretty Vee” Excell is a comedian, actress and entrepreneur who has quickly made a name for herself. Her comical Instagram skits have helped her rise to social media fame, amassing over 4M followers. The Miami native continued her career by securing her spot a cast member on Nick Cannon’s popular TV show “Wild ‘N…
Read MoreJ. Cole takes heat for controversial new single, ‘Snow on Tha Bluff’
J. Cole released a surprise single in the midst of the uprising that’s occurring globally following the untimely death of George Floyd. Cole’s song, “Snow on Tha Bluff” became a trending topic during the early morning hours of June 17 due to its lyrical content. The song came two weeks after Chicago-based rapper, Noname, posted…
Read More5 mental health resources for Black people
Faced with the COVID-19 pandemic, growing unemployment, loss of family members and police brutality, the past couple of months have been undeniably overwhelming. The uncertainty that many of us are facing right now can lead to, anger, sadness, anxiety and a world of other emotions. Although the news and social media can be trusted sources…
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